Miyawaki RE1 Direct-Acting Pressure Reducing Valve for Steam
The Miyawaki RE1 is a self-operated pressure reducing valve designed for small to medium steam flow applications. The downstream pressure is sensed in the control chamber, directly adjusting the valve opening without the need for electric or pneumatic actuators. Adjustment is performed via the top handle.
Technical Specifications
- Sizes: 1/2”, 3/4”, 1”.
- Connection: Threaded Rc or NPT.
- Body Material: Brass C3771.
- Maximum Operating Temperature TMO: 204°C.
- Maximum Pressure Reduction Ratio: 10:1.
- Minimum Differential Pressure: 20% of primary pressure.
- Lock-up Pressure: up to 0.03 MPa.
- Recommended Upstream Filter: Y-strainer YM1.
Pressure Versions
The RE1 handles inlet pressures from 0.2–1.6 MPa with an outlet setting of 0.05–1.0 MPa. The RE1-4 covers inlet pressures from 0.2–1.0 MPa and an outlet of 0.05–0.4 MPa. The RE1-2 is used for very low downstream pressures of 0.02–0.2 MPa. Kvs values range from 1.0 to 2.8 m³/h, depending on size and version.
Applications
Suitable for localized steam pressure reduction in small consumers, laundries, food equipment, sterilizers, and compact thermal units. Not intended for large flow central stations; selection should be based on the capacity chart with p1, p2, and steam flow.
Installation
Installation is in horizontal piping, with the adjustment section facing upwards. Requires straight sections at least 10 × DN before and after the valve, pressure gauges, isolation valves, bypass, upstream strainer 60–80 mesh, and steam trap before and/or after the valve for condensate removal.
FAQ
When to choose RE1-2?
When downstream pressure below 0.2 MPa or low pressure with increased flow is required.
What if the reduction ratio exceeds 10:1?
Reduction should be considered in two stages, with a distance of more than 3 m between the two reducers.






